Break It Down! Spelling Word Mat
One page that helps any spelling word stick, by looking at it from every side.
How it works
Use it with any spelling list, any week.
Pick a word
Choose a word from this week's list. The trickiest words get the most out of a mat.
Break it down
Your learner works through the word one clear box at a time, so every part of it gets noticed.
Make it stick
They finish by spelling the word from memory and using it in a sentence of their own.
What's inside
Using it
Go at your learner's pace, one step or one page at a time. Read the grown-up guide once and you're ready, no teaching background needed.
Run it as an intervention, a small group or independent practice. It prints clean on the school copier.
Questions
Does it work with our spelling list?
Yes. The mat is blank, so it works with any word from any list or program.
Can I reuse it?
Yes. Print as many as you need for your classroom or family, or slip one into a sheet protector and use a dry erase marker.
What if a word has no prefix or suffix?
Your learner leaves those boxes empty. That is a correct answer, and the grown-up guide explains how to tell a real word part from one that only looks like it.
Is there a version for younger kids?
Yes. Break It Down! Jr. is made for kindergarten and first grade, with bigger boxes and ready-made heart word mats.
How do I get my files?
Right after checkout you'll see download buttons, and we email you a link too. Everything is saved in My Library to re-download anytime.
Will it print in black and white?
Yes. Every page is designed to print clean in black and white on a home printer or a school copier.
Can I use it with a whole class?
Yes. One purchase covers one classroom or one family. Buying for several teachers or a whole school? See school licenses.
What if I have a problem or a question?
Because these are instant digital downloads, all sales are final. If something isn't working the way you hoped, or you have any question at all, email hello@wiggle-wise.com and we'll help.
